Guides for tenants
Dutch rental rules explained in plain English, so you know what you're allowed to be charged.
How to File a Case with the Huurcommissie: Step-by-Step Guide in English
The Huurcommissie can lower your rent with a binding decision. Here is how the procedure works for tenants, what it costs and how long it takes.
Rental Deposit (Borg) in the Netherlands: How Much Can a Landlord Ask?
Since 1 July 2023 a landlord may ask at most two months of base rent as a deposit and must return it quickly. Here is what tenants need to know.
Agency Fees (Bemiddelingskosten) in the Netherlands: Do Tenants Have to Pay?
If a rental agent works for the landlord, they may not charge you as a tenant. Learn when agency and contract fees are not allowed and how to get them back.
Temporary Rental Contracts in the Netherlands: What Changed in 2024
Since 1 July 2024 most new rental contracts are for an indefinite period. Here is what that means for tenants with a temporary or new contract.
How Your Energy Label Changes Your Maximum Rent
A poor energy label can lower the legal maximum rent by hundreds of euros a month. See the points per label and how to look up the label of your home.
Is My Rent Too High? A 5-Minute Check for Tenants in the Netherlands (2026)
A practical guide for expats and students: how to tell if your Dutch rent is above the legal maximum, what you need, and what to do next.
Maximum Rent in the Netherlands in 2026: What the Limits Are
The 2026 rent limits explained in plain English: social rent, mid-rent and the free sector, and how many WWS points each needs.
Renting a Room in the Netherlands? How the Point System Works for Shared Housing
Rooms in shared houses have their own point system. Learn why shared kitchens and bathrooms matter and how students and expats can check their room rent.
Service Costs (Servicekosten) in the Netherlands: What Can Your Landlord Charge?
Service costs are separate from your base rent. Learn what is allowed, what the yearly statement must show, and when you can challenge the amount.
Understanding Dutch WWS Points: What Tenants Need to Know
The WWS point system decides the maximum rent for most Dutch rental homes. Here is how it works and why it matters for your rent.
5 Steps to Challenge a High Rent in the Netherlands
From gathering evidence to contacting the Huurcommissie, a step-by-step guide to getting your rent lowered.
Social, Mid-Rent or Free Sector: Where Does Your Home Fall?
Dutch rental homes fall into three segments. Knowing your segment is the first step to knowing your legal rent limit.